Account Manager Job

ArkemaDublin, OH

About The Position

In this position you will directly grow a select group of established and highly successful strategic customer accounts in the Pressure sensitive adhesive tapes & graphics or Flexible Packaging laminating adhesive market while also identifying new opportunities in current accounts as well as developing new prospects in the market.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or Science related field or equivalent experience. Technical degree preferred
  • Chemical or adhesive market experience. Either direct or indirect
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong understanding of various communication methods and proper situational use
  • Ability to analyze and structure data for customer and internal presentations
  • 5 years’ experience in territory management
  • Flexible working attitude, understand prioritization and urgency
  • Demonstrates proactive thinking and strong problem-solving skills
  • Dynamic & Innovative with open and flexible mind-set
  • Team spirited and ability to work well in groups
  • Must possess a positive, “can do” attitude with an assertive engagement mentality.
  • Excellent negotiation skills
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Lotus Notes, Word, PowerPoint, web-site navigation, and CRM software
  • Located in the West Coast region

Responsibilities

  • Key Account management – provide appropriate support and touch points for large and medium accounts in the Pressure sensitive adhesive tapes & graphics or Flexible Packaging laminating adhesive market developing relationships with various functions at these complex organizations
  • Navigating these complex organizations through phone conversations, online meetings & onsite visits is key to the success of this position.
  • Form relationships across different functional areas of the customer to confirm supplier value throughout the organization
  • With support from the Product Line Manager, monitor price and margin acting in a timely manner to maintain and grow margin
  • Outbound pro-active calling to tape and specialty markets to identify new opportunities/applications, initiate sales campaigns, reach decision makers, and collect competitive intelligence
  • Prepare timely, accurate and complete information for CRM reporting – Salesforce.com.
  • Oversee sales, communications, and support to a select set of customers where the purchasing process will engage experienced and knowledgeable customer personnel through the sales cycle
  • Participate in monthly account planning sessions with National Sales Director, Market Segment Team Leaders, and Business Development Managers for strategic planning
  • Work with various cross functional groups within Bostik to ensure a seamless experience for the customer
  • Generate deep insights in the market structure, needs and trends, through market studies and analysis
  • Participate in local market intelligence and competitive benchmarking
  • Understand the expectations and evolutions directly through our customers or other “stake holders” (entities that may have influence in the market trends and product choice, like equipment manufacturers, face/liner supplier, etc.)
  • Identify new markets, new applications, new customers, and opportunities in the region
  • Help set the R&D priorities for new products development and work with technical service to resolve technical challenges in a timely manner

Benefits

  • At Arkema, we’re committed to supporting the health, well-being, and success of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings plans, paid time off, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities. We believe in creating a supportive environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
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